2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2013 Aston Martin Virage. (490 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Aston Martin Virage.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Virage. (569 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Bentley | Aston Martin |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Virage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 490 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
